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During a impressive performance, England secured a further triumph versus their opponents, featuring a number of players delivering memorable displays during the match.

Starting XI

The goalkeeper Had little to do to perform before the break before called into action by Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. His sliding tackle on Qazim Laci highlighted excellent reading of the game. 6/10

The debutant Examined by Albania’s biggest threat in their forward. Operated more centrally initially but moved out wide once Saka was introduced. 7/10

John Stones Advanced up the pitch on the ball, something he's known for previously. At times lacked urgency in possession and the approach abandoned by the interval. Six

Dan Burn A constant threat from dead balls, per usual, but may be another option for Stones in the backline rather than paired with him. One wayward distribution after the break nearly resulted in an opener from Albania. 6

The young full-back Another assured performance by the rising star following his debut against Serbia. Saka did not capitalize on the most of a clever touch behind the Albania defence. His position is his to lose already. 7/10

The newcomer His maiden beginning in an England shirt. A bit sloppy on the ball but his inswinging set-pieces posed a danger. An effective tempo-setter available to the manager to have against sides that sit back. Booked after a reckless challenge. 6/10

The midfielder Deliveries on corner kicks and set-plays caused problems. Enjoyed freedom to move down the left flank but was in an offside position upon receiving in shooting positions. Granted a well-earned substitution after an hour. Six

Jude Bellingham Functioned in an advanced position on the right while also put in dirty work. Demonstrated glimpses of brilliance and mishit a shot over. Substituted in the closing stages for a teammate, a fellow player, after being booked. Seven

The winger Had the team's best chance of the first half, his effort well saved from Thomas Strakosha. As Quansah holding position, he had to provide width on the right but his crosses from wide areas were inconsistent. Taken off late in the match. Six

Harry Kane The decisive figure netting two more finishes in an England shirt. The first a trademark opportunist's goal and the second a classy headed goal after peeling away away from the opposition. At 32, he’s only getting better and the side are strong contenders in future competitions with him leading the line. 8/10

Eberechi Eze Found it tough to make an impact out wide. Was presented with a good opening when set up by the midfielder yet Strakosha made the save. Rashford produced a bigger effect after coming on. 5

Replacements

• Foden (replacing a teammate 63) Looked lively and linked up well with Kane in a natural spot, 6
• Saka (for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities although his set-piece provided the breakthrough, Six
• Rashford (for the attacker 75) Lively after coming on and provided the captain's brace with a brilliant delivery to the back post, 7/10
• Anderson (on for the midfielder 75) Appears comfortable at this level, 6/10
• Morgan Rogers (for the star 84) Too brief a spell to affect things, Six